Safety & Security

Speedcast and HudsonCyber have teamed to provide a new tailored solution for maritime companies, including cruise operators, that will help mitigate cybersecurity threats and become compliant with new international cybersecurity regulations.

US port authorities received almost $30m in funding from the US Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency's Port Security Grant Program, part of the total $100m awarded.

MSC Virtuosa has been granted ‘Watchful’ certification by RINA for its CCTV systems.

The Port of Seattle Commission voted to permanently prohibit the use of biometric technology — including facial recognition — for law enforcement, security and mass surveillance purposes by the port and private-sector entities operating at its...

Members of the International Association of Antarctica Tour Operators reaffirmed their commitment to their mission of safe, environmentally responsible operations, as IAATO marks its 30th anniversary.

Use of contact tracing technologies and wearable devices is set to build on cruise vessels in the foreseeable future, despite recognition of products suitable for use on board ships being the greatest challenge.

A pod that is capable of transporting passengers suffering from infectious illnesses - including COVID-19 - while delivering full intensive care treatment, has been launched by Norwegian company EpiGuard.